UConn Football Spring Game and Fanfest Free to the Public This Weekend

Community Contributor jespo720

Contact:John Seagravejohn.seagrave@uconn.edu(860) 486-6951

Storrs- Spring is here and that means UConn Football is gearing up for their annual Blue-White Spring Game! This year's Spring Game will take place at Rentschler Field on Saturday, April 11th at 3pm.

This FREE event is open for fans of all ages - tickets are not required to attend. In addition to the game, fans can take part in several pregame and postgame activities. From tailgating with your normal game day crew to visiting the family-friendly "Fan Fest", there's something for everyone at this year's Spring Game!

2015 Spring Game ActivitiesNoon Rentschler Field Parking Lots OpenBreak out the brats and burgers…its tailgating time! Ever wondered what it's like to take the field like the Huskies? Fans interested in this opportunity can take a walk through the tunnel and take pictures on-field with the twenty foot tall UConn helmet!

1:00pm Stadium Gates Open - Fan Fest OpenFan Fest is the central hub of Spring Game. Located behind the scoreboard, adults and children can take part in a variety of fun and exciting activities. This year's Fan Fest includes an inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, rock wall, a performance by the UConn Marching Band, face painting, pictures with the UConn Cheerleaders, meet-&-greet with Jonathan the Husky and much more! Fans can also pick-up their game program and season ticket information at the marketing kiosk before settling in for the game.

3:00pm UConn Football Blue-White Spring GameYour first chance to see the 2015 Huskies in action! Fans are welcome to sit anywhere during the game.

Postgame Meet the HuskiesAfter the game, fans are invited on field for a meet-&-greet and autographs with the team!